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About this home
Scale & proportion intersect with location in this stunning Sunset Terrace home. Relax on the deep front porch or enjoy the desirable master balcony providing a tree-lined view. With 4 bedrooms & 4.5 baths, Purdue boasts an incredible kitchen design with THE appliances. An open kitchen flows directly into the family & breakfast which overlooks a beautifully landscaped backyard & a generous covered patio with an outdoor grill &cozy fireplace. The butler’s pantry transitions the kitchen &walk-in pantry to the dining room. A private study provides a quiet retreat, while the master suite offers an incredible closet with closets! A spacious bath showcases a clean, neutral palette. The large gameroom anchors the ensuite bedrooms. The very generous utility room is nearby. An expansive home hub & mud area transitions garage to home. The amount of storage in this Frankel home is unbelievable! Complete with an ELEVATOR & GENERATOR, Purdue ensures ultimate ease, comfort, &accessibility.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
7,370 sq ftLot Size
$485Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kristin Tillman• Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
West University Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
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About Weslayan
Plaza
Weslayan Plaza, located between West Alabama Street and Richmond Avenue, is a retail and residential Houston neighborhood with mid-century commercial blocks and a tree-lined, walkable feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Weslayan Street and West Alabama Street crossroads, where patios, storefronts, and steady foot traffic set a polished, everyday rhythm. Local pillars include River Oaks Theatre, The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation, and Menil Collection. Low-rise apartments and townhomes sit behind shopping courts and shaded sidewalks. Buffalo Bayou’s trails and the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens add green, museum-grade calm nearby. The pace stays urban, with errands, coffee stops, and evening screenings shaping the week.
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Market insights
3903 Purdue St · $2,200,000
DAYS ON MARKET
42 days
The average home goes pending in 59 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.1%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,250,000
Median list price in this area is $319,805. (86% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
All bedrooms located upstairs
Breakfast bar
Butler's pantry
Crown molding
Dry bar
Double vanity(s)
Entrance foyer
Elevator
En suite bathroom(s)
High ceilings
Jetted tub
Kitchen island
Kitchen/family room combo
Primary bedroom with bath
Pots & pan drawers
Stone countertops
Separate shower
Tub/shower
Upper-level primary suite
Walk-in pantry
Walk-in closet(s)
Low emissivity windows
Window coverings
Has fireplace (3 total) - includes gas log and outside fireplace
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms (all located upstairs)
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Double vanity(s) in primary/ensuite
Kitchen
Convection oven
Double oven
Electric oven
Gas cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchen island
Butler's pantry
Walk-in pantry
Stone countertops
Pots & pan drawers
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Gas dryer hookup
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating (gas)
Central air (electric)
Has heating and cooling
Thermostat (energy-efficient feature)
Exterior features
Balcony
Covered patio
Deck
Fence (back yard)
Sprinkler/irrigation system
Outdoor kitchen
Porch
Patio
Private yard
Storm/security shutters
Backs to greenbelt/park
Curbs
Home design
Residential property
Built in 2006
Pillar/post/pier and slab foundation
Stucco and wood siding exterior
Composition roof
Parking
Attached 2-car garage
Driveway
Garage with garage door opener
Security
Leased security system
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Stucco and wood siding construction
Built in 2006
Composition roof
Pillar/post/pier and slab foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric with generator
HOA & community
Association fee paid annually
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Situated on a very desirable street in West University area, this timeless home offers exceptional comfort and elegant design. Soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and beautiful architectural details compliment a floor plan that flows seamlessly from formal entertaining spaces to everyday living. The chef's kitchen features granite countertops, a large island, double ovens, generous pantry space, and opens to the breakfast area and family room. Additional highlights include a formal dining room, private study, three fireplaces, and an upstairs game room. The spacious primary suite offers a sitting area, spa-inspired bath, and expansive multiple walk-in closets, while three additional bedrooms provide comfort for family and guests. ELEVATOR and GENERATOR installed. Covered balconies and inviting outdoor living space with fireplace overlooking the landscaped lot, all just minutes from parks, shopping, dining, the Medical Center, and Downtown Houston.
Public Records
Jan 25, 2006
Sold
*
Public Records
Jul 10, 1990
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$52,427 (+10.0%)
2025
$47,661 (+5.6%)
$874,200 + $1,368,447
$2,242,647
2024
$45,153 (+14.2%)
2023
$39,527 (−7.0%)
$764,925 + $1,196,882
$1,961,807
2022
$42,481 (−1.0%)
$692,075 + $1,237,230
$1,929,305
2021
$42,919 (−2.0%)
$655,650 + $1,185,834
$1,841,484
2020
$43,813 (+9.0%)
2019
$40,198 (−9.2%)
$619,225 + $1,040,775
$1,660,000
2018
$44,283 (−4.0%)
$619,225 + $1,130,775
$1,750,000
2017
$46,106 (+7.6%)
$619,225 + $1,205,775
$1,825,000
2016
$42,833 (+9.7%)
$619,225 + $1,205,775
$1,825,000
2015
$39,041 (+8.5%)
2014
$35,989 (+5.8%)
$407,960 + $992,040
$1,400,000
2013
$34,020 (+0.1%)
$407,960 + $992,040
$1,400,000
2012
$33,978 (−40.7%)
$371,535 + $957,922
$1,329,457
2011
$57,314 (+68.7%)
2010
$33,978 (−7.7%)
2009
$36,819
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,370 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2006
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,540
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,540
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0740710070008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2026.
Mar 13, 2018 • Final
Hvac
Work on a residential mechanical system.
HVAC
Nov 9, 2015 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Houston, TX • 77005
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3903 Purdue St
$2,156,296
$44K under list price of $2.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.0M to $2.8M.